Tag: Local Products

Mallorca in November

Mallorca in November is for taking a rucksack into the mountains and soaking up the fresh air. Clear skies make for a refreshing month outdoors.

The 4 ‘must-do’ local markets on Mallorca

It doesn’t get more local than at a traditional Mallorcan food market. Find out the top four that include artisan products made on the island.

Casa Lima: artisanal design for beautiful homes

Uniqueness. This is the magic ingredient most of us desire in our homes. We want to surround ourselves with objects that delight, that spark joy, that make us happy because they reflect…

Yuccs: Mallorca’s innovative shoe

The shoe company Yuccs is bringing Slow Fashion made on Mallorca to Europe. Founder Pablo Mas talks about the “most comfortable shoe in the world”.

Hand-made Baskets from Mallorca

Elisabeth Colom has created a timeless, sustainable and quality item. SANTAPALMA is not just a brand, but a philosophy of life dedicated to responsable consumption.

Creating a buzz on Mallorca

Biel and Pau reveal their story of turning beekeeping, an almost extinct profession on Mallorca, into a succes with Mel Vici, their pure Mallorcan artisan honey.

4 Palma Food Markets You Need to Know About

Palma offers a selection of food markets where you can go for lunch or dinner, all of which guarantee a buzzy Spanish atmosphere and local produce.

Designer vineyard

Bodegas Ribas, one of the oldest in Mallorca, has redesigned its space, transforming itself into a wine lovers’ paradise, thanks to the work of Pritzker prizewinner, Rafael Moneo.

East meets West in Santa Catalina

The Santa Catalina-based Oma Project offers an unusual art concept with a mix of Eastern and Western styles that is unique on Mallorca.

The art of Mallorcan weaving

Tomeu Perelló is passionate about keeping the art of Mallorcan weaving alive through organising projects and seminars on his finca.

Textile, clay & big dreams

A German-American couple quit their jobs in New York to start from scratch in Santa Catalina – with hand-dyed fabrics and ceramics.

The essence of good taste

Uta Werner from the Son Moragues estate – home to Mallorca’s most traditional olive-growing -explains the secrets behind creating liquid gold.

Macià Batle winemakers

The family-run Macià Batle winery uses traditional grape growing and winemaking techniques to produce Mallorcan wines of the finest quality and character.

Margarita Payeras’ sustainable swimwear

Designer Margarita Payeras’ Suro is a swimwear brand that uses recycled fabrics from nylon fishing nets lost at sea to create luxury swimwear and bikinis.

Bodega Can Axartell

The journey the humble grape must make to become great wine is a long and delicate one. It takes principles, patience, expertise, and most of all, respect. Bodega Can Axartell understands this,…

“The future looks bright”

Mauricio Obarrio and Juan Peralta from Contain on Mallorca explain the ethos behind their sustainable lighting studio and their unique designs.

Giving Something Back to the Island

Marc Kuenzle from furniture store Casa Lima explains how his collection ‘Made in Mallorca’ consists of only sustainable materials.

Bodegas Xaloc

Bodegas Xaloc makes incredible award-winning wine in the beautiful setting of North Mallorca. Visit the vineyard yourself to sample the wine and delicious local tapas.

Estilo Sant Feliu

A browse around one of the Estilo Sant Feliu stores in Palma or Sóller is a treat – the perfect place to find a keepsake for your home or gorgeous gift.

Superb-quality ecological Mallorcan wines

You love nature, admire equestrian excellence and like wine. Then you’ll adore Es Fangar – the huge eco finca straddling Manacor and Felanitx.

Jouells: jewellery set in Mallorcan tradition

María José Castellví collects, repurposes, and recreates contemporary takes on traditional Mallorcan jewellery. Book ahead to visit her showroom in Palma.

Mallorca’s premium artisanal cheese

There are only three cow cheese producers on Mallorca and of those Formatges Burguera is the only one making cheese using milk from their own cows.

World-class shoes for exploring the world

Bestard Boots is a successful family-run shoemaking company based on Mallorca specialising in high-quality footwear for hiking and walking.

Island gems by Jouells

Jouells is the new company for hand-made jewellery that reinvents the typical Mallorcan ‘botón de oro y plata’ to offer unique one-of-a-kind pieces.

Probably the best beer in Mallorca?

In a region better known for its wine, one determined Belgian has constructed a temple to artisan beer. A successful architect, a licensed farmer and a passionate beer maker; Emily Benet meets the driving force behind Toutatis.

Alma Lopez: A Jewel Worn by the Crown

The ‘Jewel Fan’ is La Morenita’s most emblematic piece. We finds out about this highly coveted accessory created by Alma López – which is a favourite of Queen Sofia of Spain.

Mallorcan glass artist Raquel Pou

The glass artist Raquel Pou, with a sincere dedication to the philosophy of slow design, loves to transform everyday things into unique pieces.

Slow fashion by Maria Trepat

Consciously consuming is a global trend worth noting. Fashion designer Maria Trepat is changing the rules producing an eco- clothing line of just 30 pieces.

The island’s organic ketchup

Two young men, Llorenç Pons and Alejandro Arranz, produce the first completely natural ketchup from the iconic Mallorcan ‘ramellet’ tomato. Find out more.

The Island IT-bag from Inca

They’re everywhere right now. Instantly distinctive, Audali bags are beloved of fashion bloggers and a fine example of modern Mallorca handicraft.

Camper in Mallorca

Those who wear Camper shoes know they wear a piece of shoe history, internationally famous for snazzy designs that capture many loyal consumers worldwide.

Tony Mora Cowboy Boots

The world famous Tony Mora cowboy boots are made in Alaró, Mallorca. We meet the owner Tolo Cardell who speaks about their successful domination of the western boots.

The Brandy Club

For those who aspire to be a brandy connoisseur, there’s a special club based in Mallorca where you can own a barrel with your name. Find out more here.

Treasures From the Vine

Catalan artist Bibiana Casas produces filigree jewellery from the shoots of dried vines in Porreres. Andreas John has had a closer look at her exceptional collection.

Bags of Success

Most men simply don’t understand it. But in Petra, two brothers have created a dynamic international business that recognises the importance of a woman’s constant companion. Andreas John meets Abaccino’s Toni Vadell.